Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Simple phenomena of magnetism
Simple phenomena of magnetism — practice question
A student uses a permanent magnet to magnetise a steel rod.
(a)[2]
Describe a method that the student could use. You may also draw a diagram to help you.
(b)[2]
Explain how the student could find out whether the steel rod has been magnetised.
(c)[1]
Magnets may be made from soft iron or from steel. State one difference between the magnetic properties of soft iron and steel.
Worked solution & mark scheme
This 5-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “one pole of a magnet placed on or near the steel rod” …